Tom Dowd & the Language of Music
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Movie Reviews of Tom Dowd & the Language of Music
Movie Review: AMAZING guy!
Summary: 5 Stars
For many years I have been aware of the name Tom Dowd , from the many recordsI have with his name on them , I knew about his association with Atlantic, and most of the artists he recorded or produced , from Mingus , to Booker t' & the M.G's ... but this amazing DVD tells it all , in Tom's own words too!...I did not know about his scientific background ..or many of the great things he shared with us on the video .. this is a fantastic look at a GENIUS! , and Tom goes thru' it all with a great sense of humor , and humility.. great stories !This is a wonderfully produced DVD ,something to show your kids , if ever you can get their attention! ..What a GREAT career the man had ..He was one of a Kind!Where do we find another Tom Dowd to save the music industry ? by now you may have guessed I like this DVD! It's a 'must' for any music lovers' collection ..Movie Review: What It's All About
Summary: 5 Stars
Tom Dowd was the master in the recording studio. We have him to thank for not only his technical achievements (pioneering multi-track recording, the linear fader, the atom bomb), but his artistic contribution to music in the latter half of the 20th century. Arguably the single most influential individual in music in the 20th century, as he had his hands on the faders of so many GREAT recordings of truly inspired artists. This documentary boils down the essence of his career to a fine syrup of love, respect, and admiration that all the artists, engineers, and producers felt for this largely unknown giant of the recording industry. And more than anything else, this DVDD shows that the man just plain had fun doing it. And isn't that what art should be all about?Movie Review: The man behind the scenes is finally front and center!
Summary: 5 Stars
This DVD is a great tribute to a man who hasn't received the recognition he deserves...the legendary studio engineer/producer Tom Dowd. Dowd was a highly intelligent audio engineer and innovator, as well as a renowned producer later on in his career. Atlantic records cut some of the greatest music ever, and Dowd was there every step of the way. He was also the unsung hero of bands that rank among my favorites--Cream, the Allman Brothers, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. Any fan of this music owes it to themselves to rent or buy this DVD. It's quite interesting, and plenty of the musical artist heavyweights for whom Dowd performed his services weigh in with their own insights and stories about this legendary music industry figure.Movie Review: May not be for everyone
Summary: 5 Stars
I've watched this DVD several times already and I really enjoy it. The fact that I'm a recording studio professional and a guitar player certainly has a lot to do with my appreciation of the legendary status that Tom Dowd has in the studio world. I remember when he came to work in a studio where I was employed and people were speaking in reverential tones about his presence. Well, he certainly deserved the praise he received and this documentary will help to explain why to those who are interested. I didn't know a lot about him except having seen his name on many of my favorite recordings and it seems that he exemplified the things that I have aspired to. Wish I got to know him, we would have had a lot to talk about.Movie Review: Superb - a great DVD, a great life - thanks PALM
Summary: 5 Stars
Firtsly, my wife who hates most of my music sat transfixed through this movie - from the Manhattan project, through the early years of Atlantic, Stax to the Allman Brothers one cannot miss both the impact and the enthusiasm of Tom Dowd. The commentaries by both the musicians, Jerry Wexler, Ahmet Ertegun and Phil Ramone as well as Tom's own commentaries show what a special individual Tom Dowd was. All though this movie - especially seeing the late Ray Charles - the magnitude of what was committed to film is highlighted. This is a special movie about a very special person - I loved the comments on the primitive nature of the recording hardware in the UK compared what Tom Dowd was using in the 50s and early 60s.